Incorrect authorization in Apache Kafka

1) Incorrect authorization

EUVDB-ID: #VU95166

Risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-27309

CWE-ID: CWE-863 - Incorrect Authorization

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information and modify data on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to application does not properly control consumption of internal resources. A remote attacker can gain access to sensitive information and modify data on the system.

Mitigation

Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apache Kafka: 3.5.0 - 3.6.1

External links

http://lists.apache.org/thread/6536rmzyg076lzzdw2xdktvnz163mjpy
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/04/12/3
http://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20240705-0002/

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.